Who painted 「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi)?

「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) was painted by Gosōtei Hirosada 五粽亭広貞 in 1857.

Where can I see 「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi)?

「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) is held by Metropolitan Museum of Art.

What movement is 「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi)?

「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi)

Gosōtei Hirosada 五粽亭広貞 , 1857

「傘一本足」|“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Gosōtei Hirosada 五粽亭広貞. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. “One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) is a vertical chūban woodblock print created by Gosōtei Hirosada in 1857.

About this work

Overview

“One-Legged Umbrella Monster” (Kasa ippon ashi) is a vertical chūban woodblock print created by Gosōtei Hirosada in 1857.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a character with a serious expression, wearing a tall black hat and striped robe, accompanied by a large purple umbrella. The title suggests a playful interpretation of a monster, blending human and umbrella elements.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by bold colors and sharp lines, evoking a storybook quality. The use of vibrant hues and defined contours is typical of nishiki-e woodblock prints.

History & Provenance

The print is held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.